Harlingen, Texas vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 11.6% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $111,598 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Waco
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Harlingen, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  0.8% lower
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.1% higher